"I perceive value, I confer value, I create value, I even create — or guarantee — existence. Hence, my compulsion to make “lists.” The things (Beethoven’s music, movies, business firms) won’t exist unless I signify my interest in them by at least noting down their names.” -Susan Sontag

Thursday, December 15, 2011

Moar on the SAG noms

First off: SO SAD about Albert Brooks. He had been getting more nominations than almost anyone else! I have high hopes he'll spring back.

The other big snub is obviously Michael Fassbender. I wonder if he split his own votes somehow?

Demian Bichir is a surprise; Glenn Close less so, but I guess this keeps her oscar hopes alive. (I like Glenn Close, I really do. I just have not heard great things about Albert Nobbs. Sort of The Last Station of this year.) The other (somewhat) surprises: Berenice Bejo, Armie Hammer and Nick Nolte. They've all been nominated in other places, but haven't been among the more frequent nominees or winners thus far.

Personally, I'm sad for Ryan Gosling, although I think Drive and Ides of March splits it for him, and Rooney Mara, because I want her to be fantastic. And finally, no Gary Oldman? Really?

Thoughts:
I really have to see Mildred Pierce already.
Why no supporting tv acting? At least the whole cast of Breaking Bad gets nominated. Too bad AHS didn't get nominated, too.
Patrick J. Adams for Suits has got to be the biggest surprise here.
Glee? Over Community or Parks and Rec or... really anything?
Jessica Lange: YES. I love this SO. MUCH. She eats all your scenery! She eats it up!